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New Roof Snagging in West Kingston
Know where you stand with the new roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out new roof snagging in West Kingston, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
How new roof snagging works in West Kingston
A new roof needs to breathe. Where vents have been fitted at the ridge or eaves, we check them and look in the loft space for condensation. What we see goes in the report. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, so it is worth raising early. It all goes in the report. We survey new flat roofs, replacement roofs and loft conversions and dormers, and people most often book us about underlay not dressed into the gutter and ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed.
Being in a small place like West Kingston makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked seven days a week.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- West Kingston (BN16)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
New roof snagging in West Kingston: local notes
West Kingston lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. About 1.7 miles north lies Ecclesden Manor, a reminder of how long the area around West Kingston has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
If you own a rental within reach of Angmering station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
West Kingston is about 3 miles east of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in West Kingston, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
We cover every part of the BN16 postcode area for new roof snagging. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Coastal Road and Golden Acre or anywhere close by, we can help. If you’re just outside West Kingston, we cover Angmering-on-Sea (1 mile west), Kingston Gorse (1 mile east), East Preston (1 mile north-west), Ferring (1 mile east) and Hangleton (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Worthing (3 miles north-east), Bognor Regis (10 miles west), Chichester (14 miles west), Selsey (15 miles west), Littlehampton (3 miles west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (9 miles east).
Local landmarks in West Kingston
In West Kingston, that means homes and buildings near The Angmering School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Angmering station, about 1.2 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Rustington Museum (1.6 miles west) and Old Castle (3.6 miles north-east). The countryside around West Kingston includes Highdown Hill.
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Checking the roof from the ground
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What this survey cannot tell you
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Legal advice on your contract
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
How the survey works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. For a village or hamlet like West Kingston, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before we arrive
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
For a price for new roof snagging in West Kingston, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Your questions about new roof snagging in West Kingston
Is West Kingston within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in West Kingston?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How much is new roof snagging?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We don’t open up the new roof, so fixings under the coverings cannot be checked. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
Broken slates left on a new roof are a common snag. They’re photographed for the report.
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. Leftover debris is recorded.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from new roof snagging starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
- Diary the defects period end date
- Keep the contract and invoices together
Questions about the findings are welcome. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Arrange an inspection in good time so there’s time to raise anything.
Do you need new roof snagging in West Kingston?
Owners often get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others want an independent check as a matter of course before the job is closed.
People typically book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
For an older house near a landmark like St Andrew's Church, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether you get a written report with photos